1993 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 426 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Golf |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
